USB/Bluetooth Adapters
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Recommendations
You should pick a Bluetooth USB Adaptor that:
- is Driverless (doesn't require extra software to be install) - Mac, Linux, and Windows can use some Bluetooth devices without additional software. That makes it easy for the students to use.
- is Class 1 (100 meter range) or class 2 (10 meter range)
- will probably cost between $10 and $30
We recommend the Cellink USB Bluetooth Class 1 2.0+EDR USB adapter (if you can find it) and the very similar AZIO adapter. But the Zoom mentioned below also works well.
Some details on additional Bluetooth USB Adaptors:
| Name | Cost | Windows Drivers | Linux | Class | Bluetooth version | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No-name (Blue Soleil software) | $16 | Complex | 1 | ? | ||
| Anycom 2.0 | $25 | Drivers Needed | 2 | ? | ||
| D-link DBT-120 | $40 | No Drivers Needed | 2 | ? | ||
| Zoom 4310 | $25 | No Drivers Needed | 1 | ? | extra-long fold-up atenna | |
| Hawking HBTC2 | $30 | No Drivers Needed | 1 | ? |
Please feel free to add to this list.
